Structural Engineer – Mid Level (Hybrid)

Job Description:

Summary:

The person in this position will provide structural engineering services as a member of multidisciplinary teams working on projects for industrial, power, manufacturing, refining, and mining clients, as well as dam structures, hydropower facilities, flood control structures, and other miscellaneous hydraulic structures. Responsibilities include design and analysis, project management, preparation of plans and specifications, report writing, cost estimating, site inspections, and construction oversight. The work may require short-term, out-of-town work assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering or civil engineering with a structural emphasis (including structural analysis and steel and concrete design)

• 5 years of related work experience

• Professional engineer (PE) licensure

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients

• Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness

• Willingness to work as part of a project team in an environment that encourages self-initiative

• A flexible working style and the ability to work independently and with teams of specialists to meet client and project needs

• Work experience with AutoCAD and structural engineering analysis software such as RISA 3D, STAAD Pro, or MathCAD

• Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years of related work experience

• Master's degree in civil or structural engineering

• Experience with 3D software such as Revit or CadWorx

• Strong technical and problem-solving skills involving a wide range of structural analysis and design

• Experience in the consulting industry

• Experience leading and mentoring entry-level engineers

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with multidisciplinary teams

• Demonstrated project organization and management skills

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr’s Ann Arbor, Michigan, office.

Compensation:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000–$110,000/year. This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance. Barr has a “no retained earnings” model and distributes all its profit to our employees through our bonus plan and ESOP.

Benefits:

People report that they stay at Barr because of the camaraderie and career opportunities. Another draw is our competitive package of employee benefits, which includes professional development funding, 401(k) retirement savings plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses, paid holidays, paid time off (accrues on all hours worked), and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked). Barr’s benefits package offerings include:

• Professional development funding

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) participation, provided through profit distribution

• Cash bonus

• Medical and dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Disability and accidental death insurance

• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

• Paid holidays

• Paid time off

NOTE: Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that have limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.

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Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.